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We’re Hiring: Library Page

**All positions have been filled as of 8/14/2025**

The Dansville Public Library is seeking a friendly, detail-oriented individual for the position of part-time Library Page. This position is scheduled for 9–14 hours per week, with regular shifts on:

      • Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM
      • Alternating Saturdays, 8:45 AM – 1:00 PM
      • Alternating Fridays, as available

Applicants should enjoy working with people of all ages and possess strong communication and computer skills. A positive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential.

The anticipated start date is August 5, 2025.

For full position description, please see the Library Page Job Description.

TO APPLY

Complete a Employment Application, available at the Dansville Public Library main desk or online. Submit completed application by:

Mail or In Person:

Margo Prak, Library Director
Dansville Public Library
200 Main St., Dansville, NY 14437

Email:

dansvillelibrarydirector@owwl.org

Priority consideration will be given to applications received by July 20, 2025.

 

 

2025-2026 Vote Results

On May 13, 2025, residents of the Dansville Central School District voted to approve a $15,261.00 increase in the tax levy to support Dansville Public Library. The proposition passed with a final vote tally of 47 to 12.

The approved budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year totals $672,720.00, with $609,000.00 to be raised through the tax levy. For a home assessed at $100,000 within the Dansville Central School District, this translates to an estimated additional cost of $0.89 to $1.06 for the library in the next year.

The budget approval allows the library to address rising operational and contractual costs while continuing to maintain and expand its collections, programs, technology services, and facilities.

Voters also elected one member to the Dansville Public Library Board of Trustees. Rachele Sick was elected to serve a five-year term beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2030. We welcome her continued commitment to serving our community.

The Dansville Public Library Board of Trustees and staff extend their heartfelt thanks to the community for its ongoing support.

Click  here for additional budget information.

Library Board of Trustees Nominating Petitions Available

Do you love your library? Are you looking for a great way to serve your community? You could be our next Board Member!

On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, qualified voters of the Dansville Central School District will elect one individual to fill one trustee seat on the Dansville Public Library’s Board of Trustees. The candidate receiving the highest number of votes shall serve on the Dansville Public Library Board of Trustees for a five-year term, commencing on July 1, 2025.

Prospective candidates may request nominating petitions at the Dansville Public Library main desk, 200 Main St. Dansville, NY 14437.

Nominating petitions must be signed by at least 25 qualified district voters and must be received by the Library Director not later than 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

Prospective Library Trustee Information Packet

We are hiring: Library Clerk

**The Library is no longer accepting applications for this position.**

The Dansville Public Library has an opening for a full-time Library Clerk.

Dansville Public Library is seeking an organized and detail-oriented person to serve the public at the circulation desk and assist with collection development and processing library acquisitions. The work of a Library Clerk involves the performance of routine library clerical duties necessary for the proper organization and distribution of library materials. Prospective candidates should enjoy a team-oriented work environment, as well as interacting with the public to deliver high quality customer service with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.

The Dansville Public Library, as a school district public library, is part of Livingston County Civil Service. The Library Clerk position is a competitive civil service position. The successful candidate must take the next Library Clerk examination offered by Livingston County Civil Service and be named to the eligible candidates list.

For more information, please see the Library Clerk Position Description

 

Bi-Sesqui-Centennial Events

We are fast approaching the final events celebrating the Library’s Bi-Sesqui-Centennial!

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 1:00pm – Commemorative Oak Tree Planting 

A commemorative oak tree will be planted on the Library’s lawn, symbolizing our commitment to providing resources and opportunities that educate, enrich, and inspire as we continue to serve our community. We will have a brief ceremony on our front lawn, followed by light refreshments in the Holden Room. This occasion is open to the public; registration is not required.

Friday, October 25, 2025 at 6:00pm – Night in the Stacks Speakeasy

Step out like it’s 1924! Join us after hours in the Library for a 1920s-themed celebration! Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, live music, a book-based scavenger hunt, and more. All food, beverages, and activities at this event are free of charge, however registration is required. Additional Details are available on the Library Calendar. Please note: this is an adult-only event. All attendees must be 21 years of age or older; IDs will be checked upon entrance. There is a limit of two adult beverages per attendee.

 

What do we mean by Bi-Sesqui-Centennial?

To list out each of the significant milestones that 2024 marks for the Library would be quite long – bicentennial, sesquicentennial, and centennial – so we’ve taken the liberty of shortening it to just bi-sesqui-centennial. This year’s noteworthy anniversaries are:

  • Bicentennial – Building of the Shepard homestead, the original iteration of our current building, was completed in 1824 by Joshua Shepard.
  • Sesquicentennial – The first library room in Dansville was opened on the second floor of the Maxwell Block on July 18, 1874.
  • Centennial – The Shepard Memorial Library, the older section of our current location, was officially opened on July 18, 1924.

Building Maintenance Person Position Open

**As of 11/18/24, this Position has been filled.**

The Dansville Public Library is hiring a Building Maintenance Person.

The Building Maintenance Person is responsible for providing general maintenance to the Library building. Their main duties involve responding to maintenance requests, performing general regular maintenance duties,  and attending to fundamentally all parts of the building and grounds, including the flooring, ceiling, walls, and systems like HVAC, plumbing, and electrical wiring.

For more information, please see the Building Maintenance Person Position Description

Employment Application Form – also available at the Dansville Public Library circulation desk.

To Apply
Send cover letter, resume, and application to the attention of Margo Prak, Library Director: dansvillelibrarydirector@owwl.org or deliver to:
200 Main Street
Dansville, NY 14437

Preference will be given to applications received before October 18, 2024.

We are Hiring: Library Page

**As of 10/16/24, this position has been filled.**

The Dansville Public Library has an opening for a Library Page.

Part-time Library Page is a 12-15 hour per week position. Applicants should be personable, enjoy working with people of all ages, have an interest in books and reading, and have excellent written, verbal, & computer skills. Applicants also need to be able to stand for long periods, to reach and bend, and must have a flexible schedule, with readiness to work evenings and weekends.

For more information, please see the Library Page Job Description

Employment Application Form – also available at the Dansville Public Library main desk.

To Apply
Send application to Margo Prak, Library Director: dansvillelibrarydirector@owwl.org or deliver to:
200 Main Street
Dansville, NY 14437

Preference will be given to applications received before September 9, 2024.

 

Happy Birthday Dansville Public Library!

July 18, 2024 is a special day for the Dansville Public Library. It marks 100 years since Shepard Memorial was dedicated as the Library for Dansville, on July 18, 1924. It is also 150 years since the first Library room was opened on the second floor of the Maxwell Block on Main Street, on July 18, 1874. This year also marks 200 years after the completion of the Shepard homestead, in 1824.

It’s our Bi-Sesqui-Centennial! 

On July 18, 2024, the Library will host the following events in celebration of our big day:

10:30am – “A Treasure Trove of Magic” Show: Central New York magician Ron Cain will take children on an imaginary treasure hunt at the Dansville Public Library. No registration necessary.

12:00pm-6:00pm – Building Tours: A guided tours of the Library building will run every half hour.

6:00pm-7:30pm – Ice Cream Social and Lawn Fête: Join us for a delicious frozen treat and to share delightful memories of our beloved institution. Listen to music, play lawn games, and enter a basket drawing. *In the event of rain, the Ice Cream Social will be moved inside the Library.

100 Ways to Celebrate the Library in 100 Days!

Something this momentous is too special to celebrate with just one day! June 18, 2024 is just the beginning of our 100 Ways to Celebrate the Library in 100 Days. Stay tuned and check out the Library Calendar for more information on how you can help us celebrate the Dansville Public Library.

June News & Events

Check out our Online Calendar for details & to register for events:

Special Events for June

  • Second Saturday – Fairy Fest – Saturday, June 8, 11:00am-1:00pm – Stop at the Library to create your own magical fairy wand!
  • Exam Cram – June 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, & 19; 3:00pm-8:00pm – The Library is offering a quiet study space for Regents students to get in last minute prep for exams. We’ll have snacks, study materials, and de-stress opportunities.
  • Summer Plant Share – Wednesday, June 19 at 6:00pm – This spring’s Plant Exchange returns as our Summer Plant Share! Once again, all cuttings, seeds, or starters are welcome. All community members are encouraged to participate; you do not need to bring anything to take something. Come to share, learn, and network with other local gardeners. Any leftovers will be added to our seed & clippings library.

Regular Programming

The following activities occur monthly, are open to all community members.

  • Sit & Stitch – Every Wednesday at 6:00pm – All skill levels welcome!
  • Magic: The Meetup – Every Thursday @ 5:30pm, ANY tabletop gamers welcome!
  • Homeschool Lego Meetup – Second Tuesdays @1:00pm (6/11), registration is required
  • Storytime – Alternating Tuesdays at 10:30am (6/11, 6/25) & Thursdays at 6:00pm (6/20; no Storytime on 6/6)
  • Ravenous Readers: Adult Book Club – Second Thursdays @ 6:30pm (6/13): The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry (Zevin)
  • Homeschool Meetup – Third Thursdays at 1:00pm (6/20), registration is required
  • Tech Time – Final Mondays by individual appointment (6/24) Contact the library to schedule.

SUMMER READING BEGINS!!

Dansville Public Library’s Summer Reading Program sign-up starts during Fairy Fest on June 8, but the real action will kick-off at our Summer Reading Launch Party on June 29, complete with design-your-own bags, lawn games, treats, and more!

Everyone is encouraged to participate in this year’s Summer Reading Program: Adventure Begins at Your Library! From the young to the young at heart, everyone can have an adventure at the library this summer!

 

Get your adventure started now – and we don’t mean just in a book! Dansville Public Library offers:

  • Fishing pole lending (sponsored by the NYSDEC & Dansville Fish & Game Club),
  • Empire Pass borrowing: Entrance to NY State Parks without the vehicle use fee, and
  • Corning Museum of Glass passes: Complimentary admission to the museum for 2 adults

The Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4 in honor of Independence Day.